Sarah Croyle
Ligonier,PA
Summary
Knowledgeable Nurse Manager with excellent conflict resolution and problem-solving abilities demonstrated across nine year career history. Keeps the office running at peak efficiency, quality and performance. Excellent communication and coordination skills.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
LPN Nursing Supervisor
Plundo Medical Associates
10.2019 - Current
- Enhanced patient care by ensuring adherence to nursing policies, procedures, and standards.
- Streamlined workflow for improved efficiency by effectively delegating tasks to MA staff.
- Mentored junior nurses, fostering professional growth and enhancing overall team performance.
- Achieved high-quality patient outcomes by consistently monitoring and evaluating nursing interventions.
- Served as a liaison between physicians, patients, and families to ensure clear communication regarding care plans and progress updates.
- Created testing authorizations through Evicore, Availity, UPMC, UMR and multiple other sites.
- Reviewed patient history to verify conditions and current medications.
Licensed Practical Nurse
BAYADA
08.2018 - 10.2019
- Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
- Promoted patient independence by teaching self-care techniques and offering guidance on managing chronic conditions.
- Maintained detailed and accurate records of patient progress, ensuring timely communication with primary care providers.
- Supported mental well-being of patients by providing emotional support, encouragement, and resources for coping with stressors related to illness or disability.
- Educated patients and families on disease processes, medications and treatments.
- Coordinated with other healthcare team members to support patient needs.
Home Health Licensed Practical Nurse
Conemaugh Home Health LHC Group
06.2017 - 08.2018
- Improved patient outcomes by providing comprehensive nursing care and closely monitoring vital signs.
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and quality of life.
- Developed individualized care plans for each patient to address specific needs and goals.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure coordinated and effective care delivery.
- Educated patients and families on proper medication administration, reducing hospital readmissions due to medication errors.
- Conducted thorough assessments to identify changes in patient condition, allowing for timely intervention and treatment adjustments.
- Served as a liaison between patients, families, and physicians to ensure consistent communication regarding treatment goals and progress updates.
- Provided diagnosis information, treatment possibilities, disease management tips and wound care advice to patients, loved ones and caregivers.
- Collaborated with vendors to procure medical equipment, supplies and services.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Loyalhanna Care Center
09.2015 - 01.2018
- Demonstrated excellent technical skills in wound dressing changes, IV therapy administration, catheter insertion, and other routine nursing procedures.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
- Delivered updates in patient status to charge nurse, recording changes in medical records.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.
Education
Practical Nursing - Nursing
Greater Johnstown Career And Technology Center
Johnstown, PA08.2015
High School Diploma -
Ligonier Valley High School
Ligonier, PA06.2014
Skills
- Diabetes Management
- Clinical Supervision
- Care Planning
- Patient Education
- Organizational Skills
- Time Management
- Delegation Skills
- Nursing Management
- Policy Implementation
- Staff Supervision
- Testing Authorizations
- HIPAA Compliance
- Compliance Oversight
Timeline
LPN Nursing Supervisor
Plundo Medical Associates
10.2019 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse
BAYADA
08.2018 - 10.2019
Home Health Licensed Practical Nurse
Conemaugh Home Health LHC Group
06.2017 - 08.2018
Licensed Practical Nurse
Loyalhanna Care Center
09.2015 - 01.2018
Practical Nursing - Nursing
Greater Johnstown Career And Technology Center
High School Diploma -
Ligonier Valley High School
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